FUSION AP

All Position Hardfacing weld Wire for HIGH abrasion and IMpact

FUSION^™ AP

FUSION™ AP is an all positional flux cored wire for hardfacing of components exposed to metal to metal wear, impact and high abrasion. It has the capability to be applied in a single or multiple passes, leaving a good appearance and high-quality weld deposit. The wire has been developed to operate in spray transfer mode whilst welding in all positions, producing low splatter levels. FUSION™ AP has a microstructure that consists of small carbides suspended in a medium alloy martensite matrix allowing for good abrasion and impact resistance.

FUSION™ AP is an all-position, gas shielded hardfacing wire designed for general purpose use. The deposit is a specially formulated wear resistant alloy which produces a uniform distribution of small primary carbides in a martensitic matrix. FUSION™ AP boasts greater wear resistance over other solutions. FUSION™ AP possesses excellent resistance to impact and plastic deformation. The material is characterized by a high hardness and excellent wear resistance. FUSION™ AP is recommended for parts where cross checking is undesirable. FUSION™ AP offers improved weldability over chromium carbide and many other welding wires.

Common applications include:

Typical Deposit Characteristics

Abrasion Resistance	Good
Hardness	HRC 55 – 60
Impact Resistance	Good
Deposit Layers	4 Layer Max. (Based on 1/8” thickness per layer)
Position	Flat, Horizontal, Vertical, Overhead
Surface Cross Checks	None-With proper preheat and interpass temperature
Machinability	Poor-Grind deposit with soft tool steel grinding wheels to prevent burning and heat checking of the surface.
Magnetic
on Stainless Steel on Carbon Steel on Manganese Steel	Slightly Yes Yes
Hot Wear Applications	1,000° F (540° C)

Operational Characteristics / Welding Parameters

Diamete, in (mm)	0.045 (1.2mm) OR 1/16" (1.6mm)
Current, Amp DCEP	100 – 280 OR 150 - 350
Wire Feed Speed	150 – 450 inches perminute (ipm)
Voltage	18 – 30 OR 22 - 30
Wire Extension, in (mm)	1/2" – 1" (15mm - 25mm)
Shielding Gas	100% CO2 - OR - 75% Ar /25% CO2
Position	All

Typical All-Weld Metal Analysis

Alloy Type

Small Primary Carbides in a Martensitic Matrix

Typical Applications

Standard Sizes & Packaging

Diameter: 0.045″ (1.2 mm) OR 1/16” (1.6mm)
Packaging: 33 lbs. Spools

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